India visa requirements for Singaporeans
Travel and visa requirements
Indian Visa is not required for Singaporeans
Stay Duration: 60 days
Entry Requirements
- Citizens of Singapore can travel to India by applying for an e-visa. The e-visa costs about $25.
- Intending visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months beyond the date of India.
- The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
- The import and export of India’s local currency are not permitted.
- Also, the import and export of foreign currencies are unlimited, however, amounts exceeding $ 5,000 or its equivalent would be declared.
- Visitors must show proof of accommodation for their entire stay in India. It could be in the form of a sponsor letter from a host living in the country or a hotel reservation.
- Singaporean with firearms require an Import Permit from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation in India.
- Visitors required to provide a recent bank statement to show that they have enough money to spend while in India.
- Tourists with pets (dogs and cats) must be accompanied by a veterinarian health certificate issued in Singapore.
- A yellow fever vaccination is not required from nationals of Singapore. They are advised to be vaccinated against common illnesses before travelling to India.
- Visitors are required to possess a return/onward ticket. Air India Express.
- Thai AirAsia, SriLankan Airlines, Thai Lion Air, Singapore Airlines, Air India, SilkAir and Scoot are the major airlines that fly from Singapore to India.
- The estimated flight duration from Singapore to India is 4 hours, 56 minutes.
- India has a temperate and tropical climate. It has four major seasons which are summer which is from March to May, winter from December to February, monsoon from June to September and post-monsoon also known as northeast monsoon which is from October to November.
- The Indian rupee is the official currency used in India. Visitors can various banks and exchange outlets in the country to exchange their foreign currencies.
- Hinduism, Christianity and Islam are the major religions in India. Other religions like Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism are also present in the country, although as a minority.
- India is a country with hundreds of languages spoken in the country. It has no national language. Hindi and English are however the official languages.
- Tourists are advised to budget about $43 to spend on daily expenses while in India.
- India uses India Standard Time (GMT+5:30). Singapore is 2 hours and 30 minutes ahead of India
- Plugs and sockets used in India are of type D and C. Type D has 3 pin connections, while Type C (a.k.a. Europlug) has 2 pin connections. The power voltage in the country is 230 Volts and 50Hz.
- Transportation in India can be done with buses, train, taxis and small boats.
- Tourists are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
How safe is it to travel to India?
India is one of the safest destinations tourists can consider. However, visitors might want to take basic safety precautions when navigating the country.
Do Indians speak English?
India is a country with hundreds of languages spoken in the country. It has no national language. Hindi and English are however the official languages.
When is the best time to visit India?
Travelling to India depends on the destination, activities and season of travel. In Northern and Central India, the best time to go is from October- March, when the weather is mild.
What are the religions in India?
Hinduism, Christianity and Islam are the major religions in India. Other religions like Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism are also present in the country, although as a minority.